The international monitoring service NetBlocks has reported a prolonged restriction of internet access in Iran, marking a significant milestone in digital censorship.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, the organization stated that the internet outage in the country has now persisted for more than 60 days. A statement released via X confirmed that the disruption has reached its 61st day, totaling over 1,440 hours of continuous restriction.
This situation is being characterized as one of the most extensive nationwide internet shutdowns ever documented in the history of global digital monitoring. Such measures are typically implemented by authorities to manage internal stability and control the dissemination of information during periods of heightened tension.
NetBlocks, an independent organization that tracks internet connectivity and cybersecurity, noted that these disruptions significantly impact digital rights and economic activity. Similar restrictions have been observed in the region previously, often cited by officials as necessary for maintaining national security and public order. The ongoing outage highlights the increasing use of digital blocks as a tool for governance in the modern era.
